Assistant Program Manager

About the role

The Assistant Program Manager supports the Project Manager in coordinating project execution, monitoring scope, budget, schedule and quality baselines, and ensuring timely communication across the team.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in defining project scope, creating work breakdown structures, and managing scope changes with proper approvals.
• Coordinate cost estimating, budgeting, and forecast submissions to maintain financial baselines.
• Prepare and maintain baseline and working schedules, tracking schedule changes and ensuring alignment.
• Facilitate project meetings, assign tasks, and monitor deliverable completion to uphold quality standards.
• Support risk evaluation, issue resolution, and the preparation of status reports for senior management.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, Project Management or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2‑3 years of project management experience in a technical, matrix environment.
• PMP or CAPM certification (or to be obtained within three years).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Required skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas) and Microsoft Project.
• Experience with Primavera/P6 scheduling tools.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and related tools such as Cobra, Empower, OpenPlan.
• Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks).

What we offer

• Comprehensive health, wellness and mental health benefits.
• Retirement savings plan and life/disability coverage.
• Paid maternity, parental leave and generous paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement and employee assistance program.